This boat is a symbol of hope and the sign that the peace talks between Israeli and Palestinian governments are possible, thinks Eyal Raviv, a founder of nongovernmental organization mepeace.org.

“The military can confiscate the toys, take away the music [from the ship], but they cannot take away the hope – this is where the power of this ship is, where the power of people’s courageous initiatives is,” he told RT.

“We need a real leadership now. If the leaders of the Palestinians and the Israelis can show the same courage of the people on this boat and others around the world, I think we have a chance to break an impasse and continue with these talks for peace,” Raviv added.